The Planets

Their album Classical Graffiti with 17 tracks made up of original compositions as well as covers of well-known classical themes, all bearing Mike Batt's signature, was released in February 2002. The album went straight to number one on the UK classical music chart on the day of its release and remained there for three months. The album also peaked at number 34 in the UK Albums Chart.

The Planets members were  Ruth Miller (flute), Ben Pugsley (electric, classical and flamenco guitars, Jonathan Hill (violin), Anne-Kathrin Schirmer (classical guitar), Lac-Hong Phi (cello) Salima Williams (oboe), Beverley Jones (bass, double bass), Michael Kruk (drums, percussion)